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National Color Day! @ National Color Day!

Oct 22 all-day

NATIONAL COLOR DAY

On October 22, we celebrate the vibrant and powerful role color plays in our lives on National Color Day! This fun National Day is a time to appreciate how color affects our moods, communicates ideas, and adds breathtaking beauty to our world. #NationalColorDay

National Make A Dog’s Day @ National Make A Dog’s Day

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Oct 22 all-day

NATIONAL MAKE A DOG’S DAY

National Make A Dog’s Day on October 22 is a Subaru holiday that invites dog-lovers everywhere to go the extra mile for their pup. #MakeADogsDay

7 Star Golf Fundraiser Tournament

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Oct 22 @ 11:00 am

Boo at the Zoo

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Oct 22 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Boo at the Zoo
October 22-24 | Amarillo Zoo & Sanctuary

Get ready for a spooktacular evening at the Amarillo Zoo & Sanctuary! Boo at the Zoo returns October 22–24 from 6–9 p.m. with animal encounters, candy and treats, a Halloween movie, spooky decorations, food trucks, and more. Bring the whole family for three nights of Halloween fun!

Business After Hours: Maxwells Pumpkin Farm

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Oct 22 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for a FREE Business After Hours networking event on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 5-7pm at Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm at 12908 S Bell St.

“Business After Hours” are FREE business networking events hosted by one of our Amarillo Chamber members. Bring business cards and meet new faces. There will be food & drinks, a fun atmosphere, and most importantly, NETWORKING!

For more information, visit our website at https://www.amarillo-chamber.org/after-hours-networking.html.

Trail of 1000 Jack-O’-Lanterns 2026

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Oct 22 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

1400 Streit Drive Amarillo, TX 79106
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6:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Trail of 1000 Jack-O’-Lanterns 2026 October 21st – 24th, 20266:30pm – 9:00pm Each Night The Gardens will be unlike anything you have ever experienced! Come out and join us for an enchanting evening featuring 3 giant singing jack-o’-lanterns, a giant butterfly, and more amazing surprises built using over 1,000 hand-carved jack-o’-lanterns. Get your very own pumpkin at our pumpkin patch to take home and test out your carving skills. **No masks are allowed during the event** Tickets: Available at the gate or presales online-General Admission $10.00 each-Children 5 & under are FREE*Each pre-purchased ticket can be used once during the four-night event.

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High-Flying Pirates of the Canyon

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Oct 23 all-day

Friday, October 23: Cameras in the Canyon. Palo Duro Canyon – General admission fees apply to non-media. Press and media are invited to take pictures and interview organizers. Please present press badge at the park gate. 6 a.m. – Gates open. 7 a.m. – Balloons launch.

Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day @ Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day

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Oct 23 all-day

SWALLOWS DEPART FROM SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO DAY

On October 23rd, we observe a natural spectacle steeped in legend and tradition on

Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day. This day marks the punctual, awe-inspiring migration of thousands of cliff swallows as they begin their incredible journey south for the winter. #SwallowsDepartFromSanJuanCapistranoDay

Women’s Hike

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Oct 23 @ 8:00 am

11450 Park Road 5, Canyon, TX, United States, Texas 79015

We will meet at Texas Parking Lot!
**Please make sure to check this event page for any updates closer to the hike for any changes based on weather!

Reminder: It’s Friday so expect longer lines at the gate. Be sure to arrive early to make it in on time!

This hike is open to women of all experience levels — a chance to connect with others, enjoy the canyon, and move at a relaxed pace.

We hope to see you there!

Christmas In October 2026

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Oct 23 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Oct. 23rd 11am-6pm
Oct. 24th 9am-5pm
South Exhibit Hall, Amarillo Civic Center

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